[The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation](https://www.delmas.org)

December 2026 (Full application deadline) | December 2026 (Letters of recommendation arrival deadline)

Up to $20,000 for a full academic year; most awards are less.

Supports advanced research on Venice and the former Venetian empire, including travel, residence, and research expenses.

--- ## Description The Venetian Research Program Grants, offered by The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation, provide funding to support advanced scholarly research focused on Venice and the former Venetian empire. Grants are intended to cover travel to and residence in Venice and the Veneto, transportation within the region, and specific research expenses. The program is designed to facilitate in-depth exploration of Venetian history, culture, and related topics. Past grantees may apply for additional, one-time support to conduct research on Venetian materials in libraries or museums outside the Veneto, provided the proposed study relates to their previous Delmas-funded project. --- ## Due Dates - December 2026 (anticipated/projected): Full application deadline - December 2026 (anticipated/projected): Letters of recommendation arrival deadline *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant: Up to $20,000 for a full academic year - Most grants are awarded for less than the requested amount - Award size is based on length of stay and specific travel and research costs - Past grantees: Subsequent, one-time grants of up to $3,000 (one month maximum) to work on Venetian materials outside the Veneto --- ## Eligibility - Open to citizens or permanent residents of the United States - Applicants must have experience in advanced research at the graduate level or equivalent - PhD students must have completed all coursework at the time of application - Experienced curatorial or conservation staff of galleries and museums are also eligible - Past grantees may apply for additional support for related research outside the Veneto --- ## Application Process - Review the [program description](https://www.delmas.org/venetian-research-program) and [past grantees](https://www.delmas.org/grantees-venetian-research-program-us) to ensure fit - Register and create a login to access the online application - Complete and submit the online application before the deadline - Invite referees to submit Letters of Recommendation as early as possible; applicants can monitor arrival status online - See the [updated application questions](https://www.delmas.org/s/2025-Updated-VRP-QuestionList.pdf) for details --- ## Additional Information - Funds may be used for travel and research in Venice and the Veneto; only past grantees may apply for research outside the Veneto - Grants are generally awarded for single-year projects - Grants do not support capital campaigns, building projects, or overhead costs --- ## External Links - [Venetian Research Program – How to Apply (U.S.)](https://www.delmas.org/how-to-apply-us) - [Venetian Research Program Description](https://www.delmas.org/venetian-research-program) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.delmas.org/venetian-research-program-faqs) - [Register & Apply](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=kriebledelmas) - [Past Grantees](https://www.delmas.org/grantees-venetian-research-program-us) --- ## Contact Information | Method | Details | |-------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Website | [Contact Form](https://www.delmas.org/contact) | | Email | info@delmas.org | | Phone | (212) 687-0011 | | Address | 275 Madison Avenue, 31st Floor, New York, NY 10016-1101 |

Venetian Research Program Grants - The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation

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